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Vocabulary Entry
elective
|adjective • noun
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A
adjective
optional; not required; chosen by the individual rather than mandated.
Example Sentences
"She enrolled in an elective course on modern art."
"The school offers a variety of elective subjects for students to choose from."
"His participation in the elective activities was entirely voluntary."
N
noun
a course or subject that students can choose to take as part of their studies, usually not required.
Example Sentences
"Photography is one of the most popular electives at the school."
"He decided to take an elective in creative writing to pursue his passion for storytelling."
"The college requires students to complete at least one elective for their degree."